Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Cindy Lu Smith, 66, of 2019 3rd Ave., New Brighton passed away Thursday, November 14, 2024 at Heritage Valley Beaver. Born October 21, 1958 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late William and Lillian Gibson Chambers. She married Robert E. Smith Sr. in 1981 and they were happily married for over 30 years when he passed away on January 20, 2004. Survivors include two daughters, Kandy (Landis Morris) Smith and Bobbie Jo (Paul) Wildes both of Beaver Falls; three sons, Robert E. (Mandy) Smith Jr. of Wampum, Keith L. (Nicole) Smith of East Palestine and Juston R….

Tracie L. Haswell, 60, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on the evening of November 10, 2024. She was born May 11, 1964, in Ellwood City, PA, to the late Lloyd E. Sr. and Norma H. (Bubb) Haswell. Tracie was a member of the Lincoln High School, class of 1982. Tracie enjoyed her work as an EHS Administrator at Kawneer Company in Cranberry Twp. with her “work family”. She shared kindness and a sense of humor that could brighten anyone’s day. She dedicated much of her spare time volunteering to help animals through the ELLWOOD CITY~LOST…

Helen Virginia Anderson Newton of Wayne Township, Ellwood City died at 11:45 pm on Friday November 8, 2024, at her residence. She would have celebrated her 100th birthday in 13 days as she was born to Sarah Jane Axtell Anderson and Earl Alexander Anderson November 21, 1924. Ironically, she began her journey to heaven at 11:21pm on the day of her passing. She was blissfully married to Clair W. Newton on May 24,1944 which lasted 51 years until his passing. Mrs. Newton was a graduate of New Wilmington High School. She enjoyed working the farm with her husband and also…

Alyce A. “Sis” Lutz, 86, of Wampum (New Beaver Boro) passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a lengthy illness. Born September 2, 1938 in Wampum, she was the daughter of the late John L. and Alyce P. Allen Cory . She was married to Robert E. Lutz for 52 years when he passed away on June 25, 2009. Sis graduated from Wampum High School. She was a charter member and an active member of the New Beaver VFD Auxiliary. An avid Pirates and Steelers fan, she also enjoyed doing crosswords and reading. Survivors include…

Carol J. (Brommer) Powers passed away peacefully on Friday November 8, 2024 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her daughter, son-in-law, and grand-fur babies Toby and Willie. Born October 1, 1948 in Newport (New Beaver Borough), she was the daughter of the late Charles W. and Elizabeth E. Allen Brommer. Later in life she met the love of her life, Matthew J. Powers. They married May 25, 1985 and resided very happily in Columbiana Ohio. The two of them enjoyed yearly trips to Las Vegas, monthly trips to Mountaineer Casino in WV and a couple of trips to…

Richard L Brewer, 78, of Franklin Twp. passed away Friday, November 8, 2024 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital. Born May 1, 1946 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Ralph and Frieda Hangst Brewer. He married Janice McMichael Brewer on August 1, 1980. A proud veteran, Richard served in the Army during Vietnam. He attended RMU where he earned his degree in accounting. He worked as an accountant for the Hampton Inn and was also a personal caregiver. An active member of the Ellwood City Lions Club, he was a member of Christ Presbyterian Church, and 32nd Masonic…

Ella Smilek, 97, of North Sewickley Twp. passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Providence Care Center. Born August 4, 1927 in Beaver Falls she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Annie Higgens Gleeson. Ella graduated from Beaver Falls High School in 1945. She was formerly employed as a secretary at G.C. Murphy and then Mellon Bank both in Beaver Falls. In her youth, she was a member of the 1st Methodist Episcopal Church in Beaver Falls until she moved to North Sewickley in 1952. She then became a member of the North Sewickley Presbyterian Church. For over…

Shawn M. Smith, 49, of Beaver Falls passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Heritage Valley Beaver due to complications from a lengthy heart condition. Born December 14, 1974 in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Gerald Smith Sr. and Donna Yaria Smith of New Castle. Shawn graduated from Beaver Falls High School. Over the years, Shawn has worked at Wendys, and for the last 18 he has served as manager of the Aliquippa location. He was an avid lifelong Pittsburgh Penguins fan and enjoyed spending time with his nieces and nephews. Shawn was a…

Chauncey P. Swogger, 88, of North Beaver Township passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Born September 9, 1936 in Wampum, he was the son of the late Hubert and Goldie May Snyder Swogger. Chauncey graduated from Wampum High School in 1956. He worked as a crane man at B&W until his retirement. After his retirement, Chauncey drove truck for McClymonds and was a crane man for Koppel Steel. He enjoyed hunting, watching NASCAR, and was an avid Pirates and Penguins fan. His most cherished times were spent with his family. Survivors include…

Steven B. Keener, 73, of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 28, 2024 at UPMC Jameson in New Castle, PA. Born June 3, 1951 in Fairmont, WV, he was the son of the late Karol K. Keener and Shirley Nuzum Gates. He is preceded in death by his brother-in-law Bruce Matthews and his brother Michael Keener. Steven retired as a truck driver, working for SSD, where he delivered McKesson pharmaceuticals. In his younger years he was employed by Union Carbide in Clarksburg, WV. He was a jack of all trades, a talented welder, and enjoyed working with his…